July 09, 2018

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Friends in Punggol can no longer complain that ”There is nothing to eat at Punggol” with the introduction of another dining enclave – Punggol Oasis Terraces.

If you are thinking HOW to get there, Punggol Oasis Terraces is located right opposite Oasis LRT station. It houses Punggol Polyclinic, childcare centres, retail facilities and several dining options, such as the NEW Dim Sum Inc 翡翠点.

(Click PLAY for video highlights of Dim Sum Inc 翡翠点 by Crystal Jade.)

The name Dim Sum Inc references ‘meeting point’ or ‘pit stop’, symbolising an ideal destination for a hearty meal, light bites or takeaway snacks anytime of the day.

The latest all-day dining quick service concept is introduced by none-other than the familiar, home-grown Crystal Jade.

You can view Dim Sum Inc as a quick-service Crystal Jade concept, with offerings of many of the signatures and favourites.

Dim Sum Inc is a more casual version of Crystal Jade restaurants which are often more upscale with full service. It is positioned and designed to provide quick and quality Cantonese dishes for dine-in and take-away.

The pace of Dim Sum Inc is more upbeat, but food-wise, you can trust the quality is the same.

The first outlet opened in Chinatown on Pagoda Street earlier this year, just a few steps from Chinatown MRT station.

The dining space, with a capacity of 56 pax, has touches of the brand’s turquoise-jade hue.

Pork & Shrimp Dumping with hot & sour vinaigrette ($4.80, 3 pieces)
This would remind you of the ”Hong You Chao Shou”, the taste similar to Sichuanese Wontons in Chilli Sauce. The addition of vinaigrette gave it a more sour, and lifting taste.

The Roasted Duck Rice Bowl came served in a bowl, with appetiser (I had spicy pickled cucumber) and lava egg. While I thought that the rice could do with slightly more sauce, the roast had flavourful paper crisp skin, and sufficiently juicy meat.

Compared to other renditions which could have been braised for a longer period and thus darker coloured, this version came across as less greasy and so you could savour more natural taste of the chicken meat.

Lean Meat with Century Egg Congee ($8.30)
Known for its comforting and velvety congee, you get options of Lean Meat with Century Egg, Shredded Chicken & Duck, Classic Ting Zai, and Sliced Glass Carp.

The congee is said to be slow-cooked using top quality rice, to result in that consistent smooth texture. Great for those searching for a light and nutritious meal in the vicinity.

Shrimp Wanton Noodle (soup) ($7.80)
For Hong Kong noodle lovers, there is a selection of Shrimp Dumpling Noodles available in both dry and soup versions, Stir-fried Hong Kong Noodles and Vegetarian Noodles.

A bowl of springy noodles in a clear broth, with plump handmade wantons and shrimp dumplings.

Other than those mentioned, Dim Sum Inc also features a number of wok-fried dishes such as a Sauteed Beef with Ginger & Scallion Rice with Egg ($10.80), Yang Zhou Fried Rice ($9.80) and Shrimp Fried Rice ($9.80).

All wok-fried dishes are prepared a la minute to ensure freshness and quality.

It is a good spot to consider for affordable Cantonese and Hong Kong-style dishes in the Punggol area. Its unpretentious and comfortable setting, along with decent quality food, is something worth trying.